Buried

An Alternative History of the First Millennium in Britain

New Hardback Illustrated

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‘There’s a lot you can tell from a skeleton.’ Alice Roberts demonstrates how a close examination of ancient bones, including the fast-developing technology of extracting DNA from them, can build a picture not just of an individual’s life but of the culture in which they lived. Exploring topics such as graveside feasts, post-death decapitation and grave goods, she presents examples of burials that capture the diversity of beliefs in Britain and draws out a sense of connection with our ancestors.

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